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View article: Topical Treatments for Rare Genetic Dermatological Diseases: A Narrative Review
Topical Treatments for Rare Genetic Dermatological Diseases: A Narrative Review Open
Rare diseases are conditions that affect up to 65 people per 100,000 individuals. They are also known as “orphan diseases”, because they attract limited interest from researchers and pharmaceutical industries. Epidermolysis bullosa (EB), i…
View article: Será o ChatGPT um bom divulgador científico em cosmetologia? Um estudo linguístico sobre textos de divulgação científica
Será o ChatGPT um bom divulgador científico em cosmetologia? Um estudo linguístico sobre textos de divulgação científica Open
O género textual de divulgação científica é fundamental para a disseminação do conhecimento científico de forma acessível e compreensível junto do público não especializado, apresentando estrutura e características diferentes das dos artig…
View article: Macroalgae-Inspired Brominated Chalcones as Cosmetic Ingredients with the Potential to Target Skin Inflammaging
Macroalgae-Inspired Brominated Chalcones as Cosmetic Ingredients with the Potential to Target Skin Inflammaging Open
Skin aging is mainly caused by external factors like sunlight, which triggers oxidative stress and chronic inflammation. Natural halogenated flavonoids have demonstrated anti-inflammatory properties. Inspired by the macroalgae-derived brom…
View article: Carboxymethylcellulose-fucoidan dissolvable microneedle patches for minimally invasive melanoma treatment: Demonstration on a 3D bioprinted A375 cell line model
Carboxymethylcellulose-fucoidan dissolvable microneedle patches for minimally invasive melanoma treatment: Demonstration on a 3D bioprinted A375 cell line model Open
Melanoma often requires adjuvant therapy to combat tumor proliferation and metastasis. In this context, microneedle systems (MNs) present a promising avenue for minimally invasive delivery of drugs or bioactive compounds with natural antic…
View article: Occurrence and ecotoxicity of cosmetic ingredients in aquatic ecosystems: A narrative review
Occurrence and ecotoxicity of cosmetic ingredients in aquatic ecosystems: A narrative review Open
Consumer demand for cosmetic products continues to rise which can pose an environmental risk as cosmetic ingredients can enter aquatic systems through wastewater discharge, consumer behaviors, inadequate environmental policies, and ineffec…
View article: Overcoming challenges in the development of cosmetic formulations with agro‐industrial by‐products: The case of cork powder
Overcoming challenges in the development of cosmetic formulations with agro‐industrial by‐products: The case of cork powder Open
Objective Consumer's growing environmental awareness influences purchasing behaviour, prompting the cosmetics industry to adopt sustainable practices based on a circular economy, using agro‐industrial by‐products as cosmetic ingredients. T…
View article: Phenolics as Active Ingredients in Skincare Products: A Myth or Reality?
Phenolics as Active Ingredients in Skincare Products: A Myth or Reality? Open
Phenolic compounds, with their diverse biological activities, are widely explored as cosmetic ingredients with photoprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-hyperpigmentation properties, offering a multitargeted approach to com…
View article: Usage Frequency and Ecotoxicity of Skin Depigmenting Agents
Usage Frequency and Ecotoxicity of Skin Depigmenting Agents Open
Background/Objectives: Depigmenting cosmetic products are a fast-growing segment of the health products market, driven by consumer demand to address skin hyperpigmentation. Simultaneously, interest in products with a reduced environmental …
View article: Sustainable Skincare Innovation: Cork Powder Extracts as Active Ingredients for Skin Aging
Sustainable Skincare Innovation: Cork Powder Extracts as Active Ingredients for Skin Aging Open
Background: An emerging practice within the concept of circular beauty involves the upcycling of agro-industrial by-products. Cork processing, for instance, yields by-products like cork powder, which presents an opportunity to create value…
View article: Referee report. For: A personalized mHealth intervention for the universal prevention of perinatal mental disorders in routine maternal care (e-Perinatal): A protocol study for a hybrid feasibility pilot trial [version 1; peer review: 1 approved, 1 approved with reservations]
Referee report. For: A personalized mHealth intervention for the universal prevention of perinatal mental disorders in routine maternal care (e-Perinatal): A protocol study for a hybrid feasibility pilot trial [version 1; peer review: 1 approved, 1 approved with reservations] Open
View article: Práticas de semiologia obstétrica em um laboratório de habilidades médicas
Práticas de semiologia obstétrica em um laboratório de habilidades médicas Open
É papel do médico generalista realizar rotinas de pré-natal e outros atendimentos a gestantes. Para isso, é necessária uma formação acadêmica eficaz em obstetrícia. Este relato de experiência objetivou descrever práticas em semiologia obst…
View article: 1,2-Dihydroxy-9H-Xanthen-9-One, a Multifunctional Nature-Inspired Active Ingredient
1,2-Dihydroxy-9H-Xanthen-9-One, a Multifunctional Nature-Inspired Active Ingredient Open
Incorporating antioxidants into cosmetics is the mainstay for developing new products to mitigate skin aging. However, identifying novel multifunctional antioxidant ingredients with additional relevant properties that block the skin hallma…
View article: Prenatal depressive symptoms in Latinas: a qualitative investigation
Prenatal depressive symptoms in Latinas: a qualitative investigation Open
Introduction Exposure to prenatal depressive symptoms is associated with an increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes and child health complications. Research examining experiences of maternal depression among Latinas living in the Unit…
View article: How to fight acute sun damage? Current skin care strategies
How to fight acute sun damage? Current skin care strategies Open
Excessive exposure to sunlight can contribute for skin photo-damage, such as sunburn, dryness, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, immunosuppressive events and skin sensitization reactions. The use of aftersun products is an effective strategy to…
View article: Persulfated Ascorbic Acid Glycoside as a Safe and Stable Derivative of Ascorbic Acid for Skin Care Application
Persulfated Ascorbic Acid Glycoside as a Safe and Stable Derivative of Ascorbic Acid for Skin Care Application Open
The pursuit of cosmetic ingredients with proven efficacy and safety that meet consumer needs drives the advancement of new products. Ascorbic acid (AA) is utilized in cosmetic products, predominantly for its potent antioxidant properties. …
View article: Editorial: New technological devices for dermatological application: upgrades and efficacy
Editorial: New technological devices for dermatological application: upgrades and efficacy Open
View article: Characterization of Liquid Dosage Forms of Atenolol and Enalapril Maleate for Oral and Enteral Feeding Administration
Characterization of Liquid Dosage Forms of Atenolol and Enalapril Maleate for Oral and Enteral Feeding Administration Open
The limited availability of pharmaceutical formulations tailored for cardiovascular diseases in both pediatric and geriatric populations generates the need for compounded dosage forms to guarantee precise dosing and medication adherence. T…
View article: Influence of Clinical and Psychosocial Factors on the Adherence to Topical Treatment in Psoriasis
Influence of Clinical and Psychosocial Factors on the Adherence to Topical Treatment in Psoriasis Open
(1) Background: Psoriasis is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease with different manifestations, affecting the quality of life at social, emotional, and professional dimensions and requiring long-term treatment. This study aimed to i…
View article: Placental corticotrophin-releasing hormone trajectories in pregnancy: Associations with postpartum depressive symptoms
Placental corticotrophin-releasing hormone trajectories in pregnancy: Associations with postpartum depressive symptoms Open
View article: Application of NIR Spectroscopy for the Valorisation of Cork By-Products: A Feasibility Study over the Screening and Discrimination of Chemical Compounds of Interest
Application of NIR Spectroscopy for the Valorisation of Cork By-Products: A Feasibility Study over the Screening and Discrimination of Chemical Compounds of Interest Open
Quercus suber is considered a sustainable tree mainly due to its outer layer (cork) capacity to regenerate after each harvesting cycle. Cork bark is explored for several application; however, its industrial transformation generates a signi…
View article: An Overview of Proprietary Vehicles/Bases for Topical Compounding Medicines and Cosmetics
An Overview of Proprietary Vehicles/Bases for Topical Compounding Medicines and Cosmetics Open
Compounding is currently an integral part of pharmacy practice, and it is essential to the provision of healthcare. Compounding is an important therapeutic option in all areas of medicine, with relevance to dermatological treatments. Compo…
View article: Comparative Studies on the Photoreactivity, Efficacy, and Safety of Depigmenting Agents
Comparative Studies on the Photoreactivity, Efficacy, and Safety of Depigmenting Agents Open
Depigmenting products are increasingly used to counteract skin hyperpigmentation and related psychosocial issues. This study aimed to compare different depigmenting agents—4-butylresorcinol; bakuchiol; tranexamic acid; ascorbyl glucoside; …
View article: Cork by-products as a sustainable source of potential antioxidants
Cork by-products as a sustainable source of potential antioxidants Open
Cork harvesting process is considered sustainable, however, the potential of the waste that is generated in the cork transformation process, in the context of bio-circular economy, still needs more investigation. This work investigated thr…
View article: Chronic pruritus: From pathophysiology to drug design
Chronic pruritus: From pathophysiology to drug design Open
Pruritus, the most common symptom in dermatology, is an innate response capable of protecting skin against irritants. Nonetheless, when it lasts more than six weeks it is assumed to be a chronic pathology having a negative impact on people…
View article: Patient-Centric Design of Topical Dermatological Medicines
Patient-Centric Design of Topical Dermatological Medicines Open
Topical treatments are essential approaches to skin diseases but are associated with poor adherence. Topical vehicles have the primary purpose of ensuring drug effectiveness (by modulating drug stability and delivery, as well as skin prope…
View article: Added-Value Compounds in Cork By-Products: Methods for Extraction, Identification, and Quantification of Compounds with Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Interest
Added-Value Compounds in Cork By-Products: Methods for Extraction, Identification, and Quantification of Compounds with Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Interest Open
The growing threat of climatic crisis and fossil fuel extinction has caused a boom in sustainability trends. Consumer demand for so-called eco-friendly products has been steadily increasing, built upon the foundation of environmental prote…
View article: How to Promote Skin Repair? In-Depth Look at Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Strategies
How to Promote Skin Repair? In-Depth Look at Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Strategies Open
Skin repair encompasses epidermal barrier repair and wound healing which involves multiple cellular and molecular stages. Therefore, many skin repair strategies have been proposed. In order to characterize the usage frequency of skin repai…
View article: A Hydrophilic Sulfated Resveratrol Derivative for Topical Application: Sensitization and Anti-Allergic Potential
A Hydrophilic Sulfated Resveratrol Derivative for Topical Application: Sensitization and Anti-Allergic Potential Open
Resveratrol (RSV), a naturally occurring metabolite, is widely used in skincare products, but its hydrophobicity impairs its own incorporation into cosmetic formulations. RSV-GS is a synthetic hydrophilic sulfated glycosylated derivative i…
View article: Quercus suber Bark as a Sustainable Source of Value-Added Compounds: Experimental Studies with Cork By-Products
Quercus suber Bark as a Sustainable Source of Value-Added Compounds: Experimental Studies with Cork By-Products Open
Quercus suber L. bark (cork) is a sustainable material due to its ability to regenerate. The aim of this work was to explore cork powders, by-products of the cork industry, as sustainable sources of value-added compounds. Two types of cork…
View article: An Overview of Methods to Characterize Skin Type: Focus on Visual Rating Scales and Self-Report Instruments
An Overview of Methods to Characterize Skin Type: Focus on Visual Rating Scales and Self-Report Instruments Open
Skin type classification is important because it provides guidance for professionals and consumers to recommend and select the most appropriate cosmetic products and skin care protocols and it is also important in clinical research. Severa…